Medical Officer

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization known worldwide for its dedication to helping people in need. Established over a century ago, it is the largest humanitarian network, providing relief to victims of disasters, supporting military families, and leading health and safety education programs. The American Red Cross operates with a mission to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors. The organization is widely recognized for its blood donation programs, disaster relief efforts, and community resilience initiatives. With a robust network of volunteers and staff distributed across various regions, it combines compassion with professionalism to serve millions of people annually across the United States and beyond. Joining the American Red Cross means becoming part of a global force committed to making a difference and improving lives through service, innovation, and advocacy.

The position of Medical Director within the Therapeutic Apheresis and Cellular Therapeutics (TCS) programs at the American Red Cross is a crucial leadership role that plays an integral part in advancing the organization’s clinical services. This role involves providing expert clinical oversight and acting as a primary consultant for both internal teams and external healthcare partners. The Medical Director will be instrumental in shaping medical strategy and operations for regulated cellular therapies, including hematopoietic progenitor cells (HPCs), chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapies (CAR-T), and Leukopaks. Responsibilities include policy development for cell collection, storage, and infusion, as well as partnering with executive leadership to expand collection footprints and optimize production of specialized cellular products.

This role emphasizes collaboration with various stakeholders to support program development, ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as FACT and FDA regulations, and elevate organizational clinical expertise. Additionally, the Medical Director will serve as the medical representative at institutional, regional, and national committees and act as a liaison for biotech partners. This position also entails regional responsibilities related to transfusion medicine, blood banking, and CLIA laboratory oversight, ensuring high standards of safety and quality in clinical and laboratory operations. The ideal candidate will have an MD or DO with board certification in Transfusion Medicine or Hematology/Oncology, extensive experience in cell therapy and stem cell transplantation, and a proven track record of leadership in medical program development. The position is remote with a requirement for regular onsite presence and travel, offering a competitive salary range of $200,000 to $250,000. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to pioneering cellular therapies while joining a community committed to making a positive impact in healthcare and patient outcomes.